English (UK)
In English we use imperatives to :
The positive imperative is the same as the infinitive. The negative imperative is don't + infinitive.
Notes for use of imperatives :
In English an imperative sentence does not require a subject; the pronoun "you" is implied.
Imperative Example Sentences :
Positive Examples of Imperatives :
Negative Examples of Imperatives :
| Imperative example sentences | |
|---|---|
| Congratulations! Please come this way! | |
| Come on! Let me introduce you to them. | |
| You don't have to go to the garden, dear, just smoke in the kitchen. | |
| Let me ask. | |
| Okay, let me get the coffees first. | |
| Let me ask the girls if they want something, too. | |
| I have discovered this recently, listen to the lyrics. | |
| Here is your f*cking tenner, spend it wisely! | |
| Yes, we have paper towels, I can clean it up, don't worry! | |
| I'm dead serious, just check the prices on your phone. | |
| Sleep well and sweet dreams. | |
| The toilet is being fixed on this floor, please use the upstairs. | |
| Michael, grab the door knob and pull it as hard as you can! | |
| That's a good idea, let me get him then. | |
| Yeah, I can give you a kiss, come here. | |
| Don't be a f*cking liar! | |
| He might be overly excited, try not to hold him too tight. | |
| Please tell me it's a joke! | |
| Oh god! Look at the queues at the counters. | |
| Don't act like you don't understand. | |
